4-Day Mull, Iona & Staffa Puffin Adventure
About this activity
Highlights
- Discover the rugged beauty of Mull's landscapes
- Visit the historic Iona Abbey, a spiritual haven
- Explore Staffa's Fingal's Cave, a geological marvel
- Spot puffins and other seabirds in their natural habitat
- Enjoy scenic ferry rides with breathtaking coastal views
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Guided tours of Mull, Iona, and Staffa islands
- Accommodation for 3 nights in comfortable lodgings
- Transportation via ferry and coach throughout the trip
- Meals not specified in the itinerary
Meeting point
Start Location
Highland Explorer Tours, 60 High St, Edinburgh EH1 1TB, UK
Important information
Know before you book
- This tour involves moderate walking; ensure you're comfortable with this level of activity.
- Accommodation is shared; private rooms may be available upon request and subject to availability.
- Meals are not included; plan to dine at local establishments or bring your own provisions.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for uneven terrain.
- Bring a waterproof jacket and layers to adapt to changing weather conditions.
- Pack a camera to capture the stunning landscapes and wildlife.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- Please select room type when booking.
- Children under 5 years old, including infants who do not require a seat, are not permitted to travel. We are unable to accommodate any child under the age of 5.
- Each traveler is allowed a maximum of 1 suitcase weighing no more than 33lbs (15kg) and 1 carry-on bag
- Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them to board and disembark
- It is recommended to book transport to the departure point in advance. Please also allow extra time to get to the departure point for check-in. We advise you arrive at least 15 minutes before the tour departure to allow time to check-in for the tour. Unfortunately, we are unable to hold the bus or refund for any late arrivals.
- Puffin encounters cannot be guaranteed.
- Return times are approximate and subject to road conditions and weather. Please ensure you allocate sufficient time for any onward travel plans, allowing at least 3 hours after the scheduled return time for connections or activities.
- Due to vehicle availability, there may be instances where this tour runs on a bigger bus.
- The tour may operate with our sister company, HAGGiS Adventures.
- The order of the itinerary route is subject to change.
- If downloading an audio guide, remember to bring your headset.
Traveler reviews
A great guide through wonderful places.
This was a well organized, well run tour, with a lovely, small group of people. I kind of fell in love with Mull. Staffa is mind blowing and we were on Lunga in the height of puffin season. Iona is lovely and an essential part of Scottish history. Unsurprisingly these tours come down to the abilities of the driver and guide to put all the pieces together and our guide Rich was the best. He was friendly, knowledgeable and extremely conscientious about managing time well, keeping us informed about what was happening when and throughout the day. He kept the pace lively and interspersed really fun interesting stories, history and music with stops both quick and more in depth. I felt cared for and like I was in good hands. The accommodations were great and Rich gave us lots of time and suggestions when it came to meals or time on our own. Rich is clearly a great guy who loves helping people appreciate his amazing country. I Highly recommend this tour!
Around the islands
Everything perfect Comfortable hotels, knowledgeable, friendly, and helpful guide
Puffins rock :)
We decided to book the four day trip as we’ve always wanted to see puffins and this seemed like a nice match between nature and culture and we’re delighted we did :) Charlie, our driver/ guide, was great (not only at managing the group and timings) but also in telling the history of places that made them come alive (not just facts and figures) and was also great at spotting wildlife along the way :) The puffins were the highlight of the trip but we also enjoyed Iona and other places we stopped at. Totally recommend and thank you for a great trip :)
Fabulous & Picturesque
Charlie our driver/guide was incredibly safe, knowledgeable and went above & beyond to make her guests feel welcome. The tour was small & very friendly. Staffa, Mull, Lunga & Iona were very picturesque. This tour requires comfortable shoes & good mobility. Accommodation & breakfasts were excellent. Thank you Ryan (Charlie's colleague) for suggesting this fabulous tour. Worth every penny.
Amazing experience
Amazing tour. Just the right length of time in each place. Seeing puffins was amazing. Dusty was a terrific guide, he gave lots of information along the way. Would highly recommend.